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"Aikido is the Art of Peace, a discipline that emphasizes harmony and the peaceful resolution of conflict. Far more than a self-defense technique, Aikido is the physical and spiritual discipline that aims at unifying the body and spirit with the natural forces of the universe fostering compassion, wisdom and fearlessness."

-J.Stevens

 

Student Handbook Names of Aikido Techniques
Schedule of Events Names of Aikido Attacks
Glossary Dojo Etiquette
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Rules of the Dojo

This dojo follows the traditional rules of proper conduct. Its spirit comes directly from the Founder of Aikido and the succession of his teachings handed down from teacher to student. It is the responsibility of each student to act appropriately and to honor those teachings.

We invite each student to cooperate in creating a positive atmosphere of harmony and respect.

Cleaning (misogi practice) is an active prayer of thanksgiving. It is the responsibility of each student in the dojo to assist in keeping it clean.

You cannot buy technique. The monthly dues provide a place for training and a way in which to show gratitude for the teaching received. It is each students responsibility to pay dues on time.

Respect the dojo, respect your training and respect each other.

 

Rules of Training

It is important to respect the way in which the instructor of the class directs the training. Receive instruction and carry out suggestions for training sincerely.

It is the moral responsibility of each student never to use Aikido technique to harm another person or as a way to display his or her ego. It is a tool to develop a better society through the character development of the individual.

There will be no aggressive ego conflicts on the mat. The purpose of Aikido is not to fight and defeat an enemy, but to fight and defeat your own aggressive instincts.

The strength of Aikido is not in muscular force, but in flexibility, timing, control and compassion. Be aware of your limitations.

Everyone has different physical abilities and reasons for study. These must be respected. True Aiki is the proper and flexible application of technique appropriate to any changing situation. It is your responsibility to cause no injury to your training partner or yourself.

The words of Saotome Sensei, Shihan, Founder of Aikido Schools of Ueshiba "Through Aikido, extend all your powers to achieve peaceful harmony with the world." -Morihei Ueshiba, O'sensei

 

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Names of Aikido Attacks

Japanese Meaning
Ai dori Cross hand grab
Kata dori Shoulder grab
Katate dori Single wrist grab
Morote dori Partner attacks by grabbing one wrist with both hands
Mune Tsuki Chest or stomach strike
Ryote dori Partner attacks by grabbing both wrists
Shomen uchi Top of the head strike
Tsuki Thrusting strike
Ushiro dori Rear "bear hug"
Ushiro katatedori kubishime Rear choke with one wrist hold
Ushiro ryo kata dori Both shoulders grabbed from the rear
Yokomenuchi Strike to the side of the head
Ushiro ryo tekubi dori Both wrists grabbed from the rear

 

Names of Aikido Techniques

Japanese Meaning
Ikkyo First teaching
Nikyo Second teaching, using wrist pressure
Sankyo Third teaching, using wrist pressure
Yonkyo Fourth teaching using nerve pressure
Gokyo Fifth teaching, appropriate for knife attacks.
Irimi nage Entering throw.
Juji nage Crossed arm throw
Kaiten nage Rotary throw
Kokyu ho Seated technique using ki extension
Kokyu nage "Breath throw" using timing of body and spirit without applying pressure to partner's joints.
Koshi nage Hip throw Kote gaeshi Technique using wrist reversal
Shiho nage Four direction throw
Sumi otoshi Corner drop throw
Tenchi nage Heaven and earth throw